Chapter Thirteen (warning mature content)

Arthur Weasley pottered around his vegetable garden, and sighed he may as well give up and let the gnomes have it all. He had wanted to gather some fresh parsley for the soup he had on the stove, as his daughter Ginny was coming over for dinner. If Molly was still with them, bless her soul she would have cooked up a feast but alas he lived alone now. Returning to his kitted out caravan he waited patiently. He did so enjoy his children's visits and Ginny always kindly brought a sweet dish. She was looking so vibrant these days, he guessed she had recovered from Harry Potter's leaving and was really coming into her own at the joke shop.

A set of chimes echoed through the kitchen alerting him to Ginny's arrival, he had worked tirelessly on installing a muggle doorbell and loved it. That it rang for a full five minutes didn't bother him in the slightest. Ushering her inside he was proven right she had baked a rich chocolate mud cake decorated with strawberries. The rather plain soup and sandwiches he had made would be the perfect entree. Hugs were exchanged and they enjoyed the meal. As Arthur pierced his fork through a tart strawberry swirling it in some of the chocolate crumbs on his plate he was so focused on eating he missed the start of Ginny's news.

'Dad did you hear me?' Grinning to herself, she was glad she had taken the effort to make one of his favourite cakes. She was feeling quite nervous about telling her father of her new beau but she knew she must do it least he hear it from another source, or heaven forbid Harry show up and cause more hurt to her family.

'Sorry love, this cake is just heavenly. Now this important news is it related to the shop? Did I mention George and the lovely Charlotte popped in a few days ago, that honeymoon did them the world of good. Radiant they looked. And George was so so proud telling me how well you handled the shop in his absence' Ginny was flattered her brother had made similar compliments to her and she was pleased that her efforts were recognised, she felt like a true partner in the business. Not that she could ever fill Fred's shoes.

'Yes it was nice to receive such high praise. The news is a little more personal actually, I have recently started seeing a wizard and I would like for you to meet him' Ginny paused to let her father reply.

'Oh my now that is exciting news, do I know of him? I'm happy for you love, it's good to see you've stopped moping over Harry'

Apart from Georges mention of Harrys recent visit, she rarely thought of him anymore. She was at peace now with the end of their relationship and wished him nothing but the best. Suddenly nervous Ginny blurted out a yes. 'Yes Dad you have met him before, it is Severus Snape from The Order' her father stayed silent but his face betrayed him, eyes and mouth wide.

Ginny rushed into an explanation about how he had consulted with her new product for the shop and there mutual love of cooking which lead to a friendship. Arthur finding his voice questioned if it had turned romantic to which she nodded, memories of time spent enjoying each other in-front of the fire, his sumptuous bed and sturdy library desk flashing before her eyes. She was sure she was blushing pink up to her ears now.

'Well Ginny you are a grown woman, you are entitled to see whomever you like. The times I have met him he came across as a rather rude, horrid man but it was a difficult time. We all know how war affects people' Arthur tapered off, he was trying to be tactful but the Severus Snape he knew was a sour, dark man who had very limited social skills. He must be a changed man to have enchanted Ginny so. He wanted to question if maybe she was been bewitched after all she had had the horrible diary experience, but that was silly as why would the man want to meet her family no he decided it must be a true connection.

As if sensing his unease Ginny explained what attracted her to him, his intelligence, how he challenged and inspired and his thoughtful actions. Making plans to meet next weekend for lunch at her house, Arthur deiced he could size him up than and check that nothing untoward was affecting his darling daughter. She soon said her goodbyes hugging her dad, remembering to ask him not to tell any of the brothers yet until she was ready.

The following Saturday Arthur arrived at Ginny's cosy cottage ready for lunch and to interrogate her new beau. Severus was already there helping put the finishing touches on a roast chicken. All in all the lunch was rather uneventful, Severus was on his best behaviour and was mostly silent. Arthur had prepared himself all morning to bluntly question him about his intentions but the opportunity never arose and besides Ginny did look so happy.

Walking him to the door, Arthur hugged her goodbye. He'd had the week to reflect and the fact that Severus had helped there side win the war and obviously cared for his daughter was enough for him to offer his acceptance. He did think it wise for her slowly introduce the idea to her brothers as they were all a bit more hot-headed and unlikely to have his wisdom to see the positive changes he brought out in Ginny. Trying to find the tactful words, she interrupted him and said I will think of some ways to tackle the issue with the brothers. Wishing her good luck, Arthur returned to his home armed with yet another cake from his daughter. Thinking to himself he had best start a ritual evening walk as his robe buttons were becoming rather tight or better yet gift all the sweet treats to the gnomes in the hope they'd leave his garden alone.

Back at Ginny's house she was clearing away the dishes and humming away a popular tune, she was in great spirits the lunch had gone rather smoothly and her father had no objections to her dating Severus. Her beau was currently setting up the chess table and wanting to celebrate she decided to mix a couple of simple gin cocktails. Sipping away on her creation Ginny carried them to her sitting room. Severus was standing looking out the window waiting for her. Handing him the martini glass she raised hers in a toasting gesture.

'Cheers! That went well I thought we should celebrate' he had no reply but did partake of the drink. She knew he was probably very uncomfortable and the effort he had made to even meet her father touched her deeply. Taking another sip of liquid courage she decided it was best she show her appreciation. Setting down her glass on the coffee table she sauntered back to him and glided her hands over his body, reaching down to his trousers. Gently stroking his package through his clothes she felt him jump to attention. Whilst she was still quite shy in touching his body she was starting to gain more confidence.

Leaning into kiss his neck she unbuttoned his trousers and slipped her hand inside. Stroking lightly at first his moans becoming louder as she gripped him more tightly finding a rhythm, laughing she had to stop kissing him to concentrate it wasn't as smooth a motion as she thought it would be. A bit of moisture might help she thought and remembering some hushed discussions from her school dormitory days she stopped and guided him to sit on the couch before pulling his trousers right down, he was fully erect now and she perched on her knees studying him at eye level. Not wanting to loose her nerve she got right to it and placed her mouth on the tip of his member. Gripping his thighs she experimented how much she could take into her mouth and feeling the new textures with her tongue. Hearing his groans she felt quite powerful and paused to catch her breath, returning her hands to work his length which was now slippery and super warm in her hands. Adding her mouth once again she found she could work together with her hand and it wasn't as tiring.

Severus speared his hands into her hair at one point motioning her to stop, panting 'Sweet Circe, its heaven but you must stop' before he conjured a hankie covering himself and with a final groan he climaxed. Ginny fell backwards, grinning widely pleased that she was able to bring him so much pleasure as he often did to her. He helped Ginny back to her feet, and returned his clothes to the right position. He was in a great mood for the rest of the afternoon as they enjoyed a chess game and looked over some of her work ideas.

Saying goodnight at her front door, Ginny teased him by saying she might just have to pleasure him before any subsequent family visits. Severus's only reply was a raised eyebrow but Ginny could see a subtle grin forming and with a final quick kiss he was off. Letting out a large sigh Ginny thought to herself today was easy, I just wonder how the news will go down with my dear brothers.

A/N: Just a quick short chapter today. Was going to try and have George finding out this chapter but thought stressful enough for poor Severus in meeting the father :) Hope you enjoyed it, cheers.